The Serena Inn is made up of and old Extelcoms building, and an 18^th century doctors residence and much of the architecture from the original buildings have been restored and kept to this day which gives a wonderful feeling to the hotel. The location is one of the most desirable in Stone Town, right in the town centre yet also on the sea front with sweeping ocean views. As you enter the hotel there is immediately a feeling of going back in time with a grand reception area and lobby adorned with intricate wood carvings which is stunning. A hallway leads through to the large courtyard where you will find the beautiful swimming pool, sun loungers and boutique gift shop with the fantastic Masahani bar set to the side with indoor and outdoor seating.

The main facilities continue with the excellent Baharia restaurant which is set on the edge of the property with stunning sea views and serves a variety of delicious local and international dishes. For those that like the freshest seafood then the terrace restaurant, located on the hotel’s roof top is must during any stay here. This al-fresco candlelit dining experience is fantastic with the waves breaking in the background and the gentle sea breeze.

There are 51 rooms in total with a number of categories including the standard and prime rooms, executive suite and the presidential suite. The standard rooms come with air-conditioning, either a king size or twin beds, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, free WiFi, satellite TV, and en-suite bathroom with shower as well as a private balcony overlooking the terrace with some sea views. The prime rooms come with everything that the standard rooms have with the addition of a four-poster king-size bed and a large private balcony with a hammock and ocean views. The executive suites are larger and have a sitting room and large L-shaped balcony with double hammock and cocktail area.